The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion just turned 15 years old, which begs the question: Does Oblivion still hold up in 2021? No, but also yes.
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What is a game world without great secrets to uncover? Here are five of the greatest video game mysteries, all still unsolved to this day.
Games are often criticized for their stories, but these five game character relationships prove games can contend with the best out there.
Just a few hours into my first-ever playthrough of Dragon Quest XI, I felt a sense of comfort and relief reminiscent of fond childhood memories, despite never playing a Dragon Quest game before. Turns out, it’s a nostalgia not for classic JRPGs, but rather a simpler time in gaming overall.
Mass Effect is already great, but with Legendary Edition set for May 2021, here are 5 hopes that would make the trilogy even better.
Welcome to the first post in our latest series, “Punished Hall of Fame.” In these pieces, writers at The Punished Backlog induct some of their favorite titles into this site’s own prestigious Hall of Fame. In this inaugural edition, Super Nintendo classic Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest will be the very first inductee.
Looking for some upcoming titles to push your gaming rig to its limits? Here are six exciting 2021 PC games to look forward to this year.
During the pandemic, I’ve gradually turned my mom into a casual gamer. I love that journey for her, and I hope these seven games help you guide a loved one on a similar adventure.
It’s a fresh year, meaning out with the old (aka terrible) and in with the new! As with years past, here are my gaming goals for 2021.
Dark Souls is infamous for its challenging bosses. But which is the toughest? Here’s all 26 Dark Souls bosses ranked by difficulty.